Nasir El-Rufai urges NSA Nuhu Ribadu to clarify reports alleging the importation of toxic thallium sulphate by his office.
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has called on the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, to publicly address reports alleging that the Office of the National Security Adviser imported thallium sulphate, a substance widely recognized as highly toxic.
The development has sparked public concern and heightened political attention, with El-Rufai urging transparency and clarification over the circumstances surrounding the reported importation.
Thallium sulphate is known globally as a hazardous chemical compound with severe health implications if misused, making the allegation particularly sensitive within Nigeria’s security and regulatory landscape.
In a strongly worded statement, the former Kaduna governor emphasized the need for accountability, stressing that any importation of dangerous substances must follow strict legal, security, and public safety protocols. He urged the National Security Adviser’s office to provide clear information to dispel speculation and reassure Nigerians.
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The Office of the National Security Adviser plays a critical role in coordinating Nigeria’s national security framework, and the controversy has intensified public discourse over transparency in government operations. Observers say an official response from Ribadu could help calm tensions and clarify whether due process was followed.
As the issue continues to unfold, political analysts note that the call for clarification underscores broader concerns about governance, oversight, and public trust in Nigeria’s security institutions.